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Where They’re Headed: Michela Jones ’25

Dominic Mercier Jul 21, 2025 3 min read
The independent public health major pursuing a career at the intersection of sports and community is currently a fellow with BSE Global’s human resources in New York.

What They Learned: James Wayman ’25

Wayman explored how Guatemala’s anti-corruption movement resisted democratic backsliding and how grassroots coalitions can help sustain democracy.

What They Learned: Kenneth Hsu ’25

Hsu developed a new tool for studying microbial enzymatic systems in his chemistry thesis while also completing a second thesis in history on 17th-century Spanish witchcraft.

What They Learned: Kira Wu-Hacohen ’25

Kira Wu-Hacohen ’25 used her thesis to explore how art education can cultivate political imagination in young people—and built a classroom where that growth could take root.

What They Learned: Ben Gordon ’25

Gordon studied how school board candidates in conservative Florida districts succeeded by focusing on local issues rather than national politics.

Once a Ford, Always a Ford: Alumni Weekend 2025 in Pictures

More than 830 Fords returned to campus to honor traditions, create new memories, and celebrate what it means to be part of a lifelong community.

What They Learned: Patrick Kelly ’25

Influenced by research in France and and his growing interest in global religious politics, Kelly examined secularism, legitimacy, and political identity in post-colonial states.

Cool Classes

A series highlighting interesting, unusual, and unique courses that enrich the Haverford College experience.

The Club Life @ Haverford

A series exploring the many varied student clubs on campus.

What They Learned

A series exploring the thesis work of recent graduates.

Where They’re Headed

A blog series detailing the post-Haverford plans of our recent graduates.